SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 57

SSC CHSL - 26 May 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q57

The difference between the compound interest and the simple interest on a given principal is ₹1,725 in 2 years and the rate of interest in both cases is 25% per annum, and in the case when interest is compunded, it is compounded annually. Find the principal.
 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. ₹27,600

The difference between SI and CI for two years on same amount with same rate of interest = {Principal × Rate2}/ 1002

We have, 1725 = {Principal × 252}/ 1002

⇒ {1725 × 10000}/625 = Principal

⇒ Principal = 2.76 × 10000 = 27600